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Extensive Information Extensive information: Project penguins in South Africa Table of contents Page: 1. The project 4 1.1 History 4 1.2 Education 5 2. Volunteers 6 2.1 Period / duration 6 2.2 Requirements 6 2.3 Fees 7 2.4 Accommodation 7-8 2.5 The work 9 2.6 The project staff 10 3. South Africa 11 3.1 Geography 11 3.2 Port Elizabeth and project area 11 3.3 Climate 12 4. Travel information 13 4.1 Flight arrangements 13 4.2 Passport and visa 13 4.3 Insurances 13 4.4 Arrival in Port Elizabeth, South Africa 14 5. Medical advice 15 5.1 Advice 15 5.2 Required vaccinations 15 5.3 Recommended vaccinations 15 5.4 Medical service 15 6. Personal equipment 16 6.1 Essential items 16 6.2 Optional items 17 Page 2 7. General information 18 7.1 Food and refreshments 18 7.2 Supermarkets and markets 18 7.3 Laundry services 18 7.4 Telephone 19 7.5 Internet access 19 7.6 Electricity 19 7.7 Transport during your stay 19 7.8 Excursion arrangements 19-20 7.9 Currency 20 7.10 Way of life and safety in South Africa 21 7.11 Boks to read and movies to watch 22 7.12 South African slang... 22 Note: Annually the text of this extensive information will be developed and will be kept up with regularly in cooperation with this project. Because there can be made some changes or because there will be some changes be necessary because of certain and unexpected results, etc., it could be that this text not every time will compare in practise at this project. Join the project with an open mind, and a flexible attitude and you will leave South Africa with unique, special and unforgettable memories! Page 3 1. The project 1.1 History In 2000, this South African Marine Rehabilitation and Education project, a non-profit organization, was formed in Port Elizabeth after the disaster of the sinking of the ship the Treasure close to Cape Town in 2000. A large amount of oil was spilled in the ocean threatening the lives of 20.000 penguins. They were initially removed and transported to Port Elizabeth but swam back 800 km to Cape Town in only 11 days. The realization of how vulnerable the African Penguin is and their declining numbers created the awareness to have facilities available to cope with any such new disaster which could threaten the largest breeding colony of African Penguin in the world. The main focus of the project is to care for sick or injured African Penguins (also known as Jackass Penguins) because of their vulnerability as well as other marine birds such as gannets, cormorants and seagulls. Their work is vital for the safety of the largest breeding colony of African Penguins in the world which is situated on St Croix Island right in front of Port Elizabeth. One of the main causes of the decline in the numbers of African penguins is that the cold currents in which penguins find their food have been pushed further out to sea due to climate change. This results in them having to swim almost 60 kilometers away from their burrows on St Croix and by the time they get back to feed their babies much of the food has been digested. This results in the young chicks not being fed properly and therefore taking much longer to fledge and become independent. When the chicks are left to fend for themselves, not knowing how to catch their own meal, they slowly weaken and struggle with the sometimes rough conditions, wash up on our beaches. The project is the only center in Port Elizabeth that has the capacity to collect washed up penguins sick, hurt or exhausted and to treat any diseases they may have, give them a vitamin boost, fatten them up and release them into the bay again. They will still have to learn how to catch fish independently but at least being fit and fat they have a proper chance to survive. There are currently only 25.000 breeding pairs of African Penguins left in the world and 21.000 of those are mostly right here on our doorstep in the Algoa Bay. Other great concerns are the influence of modern day marine traffic and the large seaport of Coega in the Algoa Bay. Ships sail right past the breeding colony and while pollution is strictly controlled and monitored in the harbor itself, spillage can occur as ships will approach and queue in the bay before getting into the harbor. A penguin only needs to get a spot of oil as small as a 5 cent coin on its feathers to render it helpless and basically cause a slow death. The project rescues these birds and after cleaning them and boosting their health gives them the chance to be released successfully. In September 2009, the project moved into new premises in the Cape Recife Nature Reserve which is specifically designed for sick African Penguins and other marine birds. The building provides a huge concrete area which can accommodate 2000 birds if there is a bad oil spill as in 1998 when an emergency area had to be set up at the harbor. Page 4 1.2 Education The center’s purpose isn't just to rescue and rehabilitate, but also to inform and educate the general public through their different programs. The extensive displays at the center give tourists, school groups and other visitors the opportunity to learn about these endangered birds but also a wider variety of marine life in the beautiful and incredibly diverse Algoa Bay. Page 5 2. Volunteers By being a volunteer on this project you will support this project’s work in two ways: 1. Volunteer donations contribute to the day-to-day costs of running the project. These costs include food, healthcare and the provision of new and updated housing and its enrichment for the animals alsogeneral support and maintenance of the reserve. 2. Volunteer participation in the work of the project is essential, as each volunteer brings unique skills and perspectives to the organization. 2.1 Period / duration - Volunteers are welcome all year round (with exception on this that the project will be closed for volunteers 3 weeks over Christmas and New Year’s every year). - The duration of your stay must be 4 weeks or longer (shorter stays in consultation). - Starting date is on Mondays. (You can arrive on the Monday morning when the program starts, or you could come a couple of days earlier to settle in before starting your volunteering). 2.2 Requirements There are no specific skills, nor previous animal care experience, required to participate at the project. However, volunteers must be: - A minimum of 18 years old unless accompanied by a parent/caretaker - Having a passion and love for nature and animals; - Be able to communicate in English; - Don’t mind by getting your hands dirty. Page 6 2.3 Fees The costs per person to participate at this project are as specified in the Global Spirits’ website. These costs include: - Pick-up upon arrival in Port Elizabeth and drop off at the end of your stay (on week days) - Accommodation in the volunteer house close to the beach - 3 meals a day - Welcome pack with information guide, free SIM-card on request, maps, etc. upon arrival - City tour and introduction program - A donation to the project - Training and supervision (volunteer coordinator 24/7) - Transportation to and from the project - Administration costs - Offer of weekend trips and outings (extra costs apply) These costs not include: - Flight/travel to and from Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Passport / visa - Travel insurance, which is compulsory for all participants and a cancellation insurance - Pick up and Drop off at airport on weekends - Personal expenses and luxuries such as snacks, soft drinks, alcohol, souvenirs, etc. - Any excursions or activities undertaken by the volunteer 2.4 Accommodation The volunteer house is situated in the popular beach front area of Humewood, and is only a five minute walk away from the beach. Shops, beachfront cafés, restaurants and access to other facilities are all within easy reach. It’s the perfect location to enjoy the beach after work or during weekends. Page 7 The volunteer house offers spacious living conditions and is shared with other volunteers who work at different projects in the surrounding and making it the perfect place to enjoy your stay with other volunteers from all over the world. It is fully furnished and has all the facilities needed and more; two kitchens, two washing machines, a dining room and TV lounge with satellite TV, a garden with a swimming pool to cool off, great views of the ocean and 9 bedrooms offering a variety of sleeping options. Depending on how busy it is, you will share a room with other volunteers, some rooms are very large, which offer dorm style accommodation (4 beds in a room), others are a bit smaller for only 2 volunteers sharing. Male and female volunteers will have separate rooms and bathrooms to use. There are a total of 6 bathrooms in the house. If you would like to have a private room, we will gladly see if we can arrange that for the small surcharge per week. Couples and older volunteers will have preference for private rooms if available, but if you want to be guaranteed a private room we will have to charge this extra fee. Let us know if you want more information.
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